Me: Don't worry; I haven't forgotten about "The Evil Clone," I'm just racking my brain and trying to figure out the next chapter.
Tai: Good. I'd hate the thought of my clone actually winning!
Me: Uh-huh. Read the disclaimer.
Tai: (sweatdrops) Right. This infamous/famous writer doesn't own Digimon. If he did, Sora and Tai would be married. (stops reading) W-w-WHAT?!
What do you mean Sora and me?
Me: Come on! You don't honestly think I'd put her with Matt, do you?
Tai: You have in your previously written stories, and no doubt you will again!
Me: True, but they all end in Taiora, and that's how this story will end too.
Tai: I hope so. (in enters Sora)
Sora: Hey, guys! (smiles when she sees Tai) Hi, Tai.
Tai: (blushes) Hey, Sora.
Me: I'll leave you two alone. See you later.
Digimon
To Save The One You Love
A Taiora Drama
Part I-An Unfair Fight
Tai's POV
"Tai, don't you dare leave me!"
"We've got to get him to a hospital now!"
"Move out of the way, please. Paramedics on the way."
"No, I'm not leaving him! You can't make me."
"Please miss, we're just trying to do our job here."
"He's fibrillating! Get him into Containment, STAT!"
"NOOOOOOOOOO!!! TAIIIIIIIII! I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!"
As the voices slowly fade out, I remember how I got myself into this bloody situation. The bloody part being my chest and the situation being Matt's fault but I can't really blame him for it.
By the way, my name's Taichi Kamiya, but call me Tai; all my other friends do-and I don't know if I'm going to survive this time. I guess I better tell you how this all happened…
It all started about two or three days ago when Sora called me and told me about her "blossoming" relationship with Matt. I don't really remember the rest of the conversation because my mind had shut down and my heart shattered in my chest. Brought down to Earth in a painful way, I hung up the phone, effectively cutting her off and probably pissing her off, but her anger would fade, whereas my pain would last me until my death. I ran into my room, landed on my bed and basically cried myself to sleep. I hoped that I would die while sleeping, but that wasn't meant to happen. I know now why it wasn't.
I was awakened an hour later by some frantic knocking on my door. I heard a familiar voice yelling from the other side:
"TAICHI KAMIYA, YOU'D BETTER HAVE A GOOD EXPLANATION WHY YOU HUNG UP ON ME, OR YOU'RE IN BIG TROUBLE, GOT IT?!"
I groaned as I reluctantly got up. For once in my life-at least since the hair clip incident on her birthday three years ago-I didn't want to see Sora Takenouchi, but she'd come down here for an explanation and I knew using the fire escape wouldn't prove useful to me for escaping her wrath. I'd seen Biyomon flying around outside the window and knew she was making sure that I didn't try ducking out.
Activation of best friend mode; raising shields.
My mind spoke to me as I opened the door and flashed Sora my best smile."Sora! How's it going?"
"You hung up on me when I had some news to tell you. Why?"
The fire in her eyes told me in no unnecessary terms was I getting out of this one-I prayed silently that I'd get out of it alive!
She's armed! Respond with caution!
I chuckled as my mind warned me to be careful of whatever came out of my mouth next."Uh…it was a mistake! Davis came over and I had to hide Kari in my room so he wouldn't bug her, but I accidentally hung up. I'm sorry."
Shields are down, Scotty! FIRE!
I pouted as best as I could when I noticed the fire in her eyes fading out and replacing it was pain and sadness. I winced slightly, because I knew that in one way or another, I was the cause of her pain.
"Tai…I'm sorry I came over and yelled at you. I was just hurt when you hung up on me so unexpectedly. You've never done that before." Her eyes filled with tears that threatened to spill over, so I rose my hand upward to her face and wiped them away, allowing my fingers to linger just a moment longer than necessary.
She's safely disabled. Prepare for boarding.
"Sora…it's okay. True, I've never hung up on you before, but I have made the mistake of giving you a hair clip for your birthday." We both shared a quiet laugh about it. It certainly wasn't a laughing matter about it back when it happened, though. Of course, I was taking on Diaboromon at the time with Matt, Izzy and T.K., but that's another story.
"So, are you doing anything tonight or are you spending time with Matt?" I tried to casually bring it up, but I think Sora heard the despair in my voice.
"No. He's doing something tonight with some friends he met in America over the Internet. I asked him what it was and he told me not to worry." Now I heard the despair in her voice and knew she was upset at him.
"Do you want to go out and have some dinner…as friends?" My heart cracked even more as I cursed at myself for adding the last part.
"Sure, Tai. I'll call Mama and tell her about our plans."
Unbeknownst to us, Matt's little "chat" with friends over the Internet wasn't as routine as we thought.
Blond Boy of Friendship: $100 against the Lakers, okay?
Millennium Man: Got it. You sure you'll be able to pay if they win?
Blond Boy of Friendship: Positive.
Millennium Man: Solid! Catch you later.
(Millennium Man has left chat room)
Matt sighed sadly as he turned off his computer. He'd hated the fact that he'd had to blow Sora off, but he'd had to go through with this deal online. He decided to give her a call and see about setting up a date with her. He quickly punched in her number and waited. After a few rings, Ms. Takenouchi picked up.
"Hello?"
"Hi, Ms. Takenouchi, its Matt. Is Sora home?"
"No, she's out with Tai. Should I tell her you called?"
"No thanks. I'll see her on Monday. Thank you."
Matt hung up the phone with a hint of anger flashing in his eyes.
"Tai, what do you think you're doing trying to take my girl from me? I'll show you-big time!"
Dinner was ecstatic. I had to constantly remind myself that it wasn't a date date, and Sora and I were only going as friends. When I brought her home, I gave her a peck on the cheek; nevertheless, she blushed slightly and thanked me for, and I quote, "A marvelous time." I felt like I was floating on air, but I sadly reminded myself that Sora was with Matt, and I had to do whatever was necessary to make her happy-even if it was with a rebel like Ishida. As I left her apartment complex, I felt a punch to the stomach and I dropped to my knees in pain. I didn't have to look up to see who it was.
"Did you have a good time with my girl, Tai? Huh? Did you two share a kiss under the stars?" WHAM! Matt kicked me in the face and I doubled back. I tried to get up and retaliate, but Matt grabbed me and put me in a headlock.
"Listen, and listen well: You come near Sora and me again, and I'll make sure that'll be the last time you see daylight! Got it?"
I nodded as best as I could, still in the headlock.
"Good. Have a nice night." Matt punched me in the face and that's all I remembered of that incident…
I awoke to a wet cloth on my face and I pulled it off. I saw Sora's concerned face hovering over me with Kari, T.K., Davis, Yolei and Matt alongside her.
"Tai, are you okay? Matt brought you in last night after you dropped me off. What happened?" Sora demanded worriedly. I stole a quick glance at Matt. His eyes read into mine too clearly-"Don't tell her."
"Uh…I got jumped by these jerks. They were big guys, about 6'3. They almost made off with my wallet, but Matt 'saved' me." I made sure to put emphasis on the word "saved," but no one caught onto it-but Davis and Kari. I'm sure Sora did too, but she was too busy hugging Matt.
"Thank you, Matt! But, what were you doing out so late at night anyway?"
"I, uh…I was walking. I always walk at night. It relaxes me." He lied. I narrowed my eyes but made sure that Matt was the only one who saw.
"I've gotta get home, guys. Thanks, Matt, Sora. Come on Kari. I'll see you guys later." I tried to get up, but wobbled around a bit and nearly fell.
"You're not going anywhere, Tai! You're staying here until you rest up and get well." Sora insisted heatedly. I knew no amount of arguing would get me anywhere this time.
"Listen to her this time, Tai. You look like you got hit by a Beemer." Davis insisted. The others turned and looked at him; I craned my head as best I could and eyed him with a look.
"Those are cars from America. I think."
"Come on, Davis. Your brain needs a tune-up." Yolei advised as she dragged Davis to the door.
"No it doesn't!" Davis was about to object, but Yolei quietly whispered in his ear something that I couldn't hear-but whatever that something was, it caused Davis to blush extremely red.
"S-see you later, Tai!" Davis and Yolei were gone in seconds.
Kari and T.K. excused themselves as well, saying that they were going to be out for the rest of the day. I stopped them at the door.
"What about Mom and Dad? What'd you tell them?"
"You were so tired, you conked out on Sora's couch and didn't wake up until I got here. Get well, Tai!"
I wanted to yell out a warning, but the pain Matt delivered to my body last night came rushing back like a major hangover after you've drank too many beers, which caused Sora to come running by my side.
"I'm alright. Don't worry Sora. I won't let anything happen to you. I promise." She smiled and stroked my hair with ease. Even when I was in serious pain, I was always thinking of her safety.
"Thank you, Tai." She kissed me tenderly on the forehead before leaving me alone with Matt. The two of us silently glared at each other before I broke the silence.
"Don't even think about hurting her."
"Don't worry Tai. I would never hurt Sora. She's my girl."
I didn't let up. "If I find out that you've hurt her in anyway, shape or form, your ass is mine."
Ha! I love doing this to you guys! Not really, but I doubt I have enough room for any more writing. R&R!